There’s room in the van
I grew up on mountain road trips in a unicorn-decorated van, tagging along as my parents visited artists and practiced mindfulness in Unitarian retreats. Those beginnings shaped this space.
A Hippie Chick is a home for reflections on nature, creativity, culture, family, and thoughtful living—honest stories about the everyday moments that bring us back to what matters.
I’m so glad you found your way here. Take what you need, come back when something calls you, and know you’re always welcome.
Where the butterflies play,
Stacy Joyfully 🦋
A Decade of Difference: What Carrie Pasquale Built at The Y
What does it really mean to invest in a community? For me, the answer comes down to one person—and the lasting impact she made at The Y.
Two Years Strong: We Can Do Hard Things
October marks two years since I started working out at The Y. Three days a week—Monday, Wednesday, and Friday—Rain or shine, hot or cold, I show up. It’s become part of my rhythm now.